Assistant Pet Groomer

Job overview

The Assistant Pet Groomer role is onsite in Belvidere, IL. Compensation is $15–$20 per hour, depending on experience. Meyers Pet Care is a family-owned local business with more than 30 years of experience. The groomer supports pets' styling appointments through bathing, drying, brushing, and other grooming services. Careful handling, cleanliness, and communication help provide a safe and positive experience for pets and customers.

What you'll do

• Bathe, dry, and brush pets
• work with different coat types
• perform specialized spa treatments, ear cleaning, and nail trimming or filing
• maintain cleanliness and equipment
• complete some opening and closing duties
• observe and report abnormal signs or behavior
• handle animals humanely and safely.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant pet groomer

pet styling

dog grooming

cat grooming

bathing and brushing

nail trimming

ear cleaning

animal handling

belvidere il

meyers pet care

$15–$20/hour

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance
• paid vacation
• retirement plan
• paid attendance at grooming shows
• employee discounts
• Simple IRA match up to 3%
• FSA
• group life insurance.

Why this role

The listing describes a full-time stylist opportunity and asks for at least two years of professional dog-grooming experience; advancement opportunities are available.

About the employer

Meyers Pet Care is hiring for this role. Industry: Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services. Sector: 81.